Systems Network Administrator

Overview

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Location:

Antigo, WI. Work arrangement:
Hybrid. This position is eligible for a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

Base pay range: $80,000.00/yr - $/yr
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Connecting and Protecting People, Microwave Products Group (MPG) is a leading global provider of mission-critical engineered electronic components and subsystems comprised of five business units in six manufacturing locations. Our brand names are recognized globally including: BSC Filters, York, UK;
Criteria Labs, Austin, TX;
Dow-Key Microwave, Ventura, CA;
Pole/Zero, West Chester, OH;
Espy, Austin, TX; and K&L Microwave, Salisbury, Maryland and Dominican Republic. Our expertise is the design and manufacture of communications-based specialty products for demanding military, space, commercial aerospace/industrial, and telecom infrastructure applications where function and reliability are crucial.

• Administer, monitor, and maintain Windows-based servers and desktops across multiple platforms.
• Manage and support Microsoft 365 tenant services (Exchange Online, Teams, One Drive, SharePoint).
• Support and administer Azure Government (Azure.gov) environment, including user access, service configurations, and compliance needs.
• Perform Active Directory administration: user/group management, group policies, and access controls.
• Support and troubleshoot authentication mechanisms (MFA, SSO, conditional access, certificates, AD Federation).

• Configure and maintain LAN/WAN, DNS, DHCP, VPN, and firewalls.
• Monitor and troubleshoot network connectivity and performance.
• Support virtualization platforms such as VMware or Hyper-V for server infrastructure.

• Apply system patches, updates, and vulnerability remediation in a timely manner.
• Monitor infrastructure performance, event logs, and alerts with monitoring tools.
• Support compliance with IT security frameworks (NIST, CMMC, FedRAMP).
• Assist with access reviews, security audits, and endpoint protection management.

• Manage and monitor backup and restore processes for servers and applications.
• Contribute to business continuity and disaster recovery planning and testing.

• Use Power Shell or scripting tools to automate routine tasks and improve efficiency.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation, knowledge base articles, and procedures.

• Respond to and resolve help desk tickets, providing timely resolution and clear communication with end users.
• Provide technical support for end-user hardware, software, and connectivity issues.
• Train and assist users during onboarding and rollout of new technologies.

• Familiarity with ITAR/UNNPI requirements
• Experience with virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V)
• Familiarity with monitoring tools (Solar Winds, Manage Engine, Tripwire, Datadog, etc.)
• Background in backup and disaster recovery planning
• Scripting or automation skills (Power Shell, Bash, Python)
• Knowledge of IT compliance standards (NIST, CMMC, FedRAMP)
• Certifications such as MCSA/MCSE, CompTIA Server+, Azure Administrator, VMware VCP
• Prior help desk or customer-facing IT support experience

• US Citizen required
• Associate’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Networking, or a related field; 5-7 years of related experience OR
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related field; 3-5 years of related experience
• 3–5 years of experience as a Systems Administrator or similar IT role
• Hands-on experience with Windows Server, Windows OS, and Active Directory administration
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 administration (Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint)
• Working knowledge of Azure/Azure Government environments
• Familiarity with network services (DNS, DHCP, VPNs, LAN/WAN)
• Experience supporting authentication technologies (MFA, SSO, certificates)
• Strong understanding of patch management, updates, and vulnerability remediation
• Excellent troubleshooting skills with the ability to explain technical issues in user-friendly language
• Strong organizational skills with the ability…